Senior Graphic Designer: Sportscene

Qualifications & Experience:

• 3 to 5+ years previous experience as a Senior Graphic Designer.
• At least 2-3 years in Leading Projects and or initiatives.
• Degree/Diploma in Graphic Design or equivalent off based on experience.
• In-depth working knowledge Efficient in Adobe CC, Ps, Ai, ID, Ae, Pr, Lr.
• 3D Knowledge & Technically skilled advantageous.
• On & Off Set Photography, post-production, retouching knowledge essential.
• On & Off Set Videography & Video editing knowledge essential.
• Animation & Motion Graphics advantageous.
• Experience in Medium to Large photography productions essential.
• A love, passion and knowledge for the Brand Culture of Streetwear, Urban Lifestyle, Next Gen Lifestyle essential.

Skills

• Able to work in a high performance environment and adapt to pressure with enthusiasm, logic & drive.
• Organized, deadline driven and has exceptional time management skills.
• Flexible and multi-tasked with attention to detail.
• An in depth understanding of Production, ideation, workflow and design thinking.
• Knowledge of DTP & substrate production.
• Understanding of digital principles, platforms, content creation for social structures.
• Up-to-date with industry related trends. From Omni Digital Marketing and A.I.
• Efficient use & knowledge of Apple Mac OS & Adobe CC Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro and After Effects is essential.
• Has an eye for Typography, communication design, layout and balanced compositions.
• Able to translate briefs, creative direction, feedback & design.
• A high level of creativity and has the ability to be innovative & elevate.
• A Positive attitude, interpersonal skills and networker.
• Exudes emotional intelligence during challenging situations.
• Problem solving mindset. Loves a challenge.
• Able to work within a team and in isolation.
• Able to communicate and articulate effectively.
• Goal & Growth oriented.
• A mature approach to leadership.
• Can makes quick, calculated and informed decisions.

Behaviours

• Readily takes on new challenges and opportunities with a sense of urgency and eagerness.
• Effectively considers the diverse needs of various stakeholders.
• Establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships.
• Applies creative marketing insights in order to drive departmental objectives.
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals.

A portfolio is essential for all interviews - Only original artworks will be accepted.

Portfolios must consist of Fashion Retail Marketing. Lifestyle culture content. Omni-channel Asset creation. Video and Photography.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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• Conceptualizing & designing of dynamic 360 marketing campaigns.
• Content Asset generation for distribution across multiple platforms.
• Innovative contemporary content creation and ideation.
• Project management and organization of toolkits and files sharing of collateral.
• Fluent in liaising with internal & external vendors, suppliers and printers.
• Update and Facilitate post-production, print-ready, proofing and QC.
• Translating, generating and executing of briefs according to International brand standards & internal brand requirements.
• Ensuring all work aligns to core brand positioning & guidelines.
• Ensuring Art Dept production deadlines are met.
• Give guidance and leadership to the Junior designers and Interns within the team.
• Take on certain responsibilities and show initiative in the absence of the Line Manager.